30 Oct 1919
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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 30, 1919
Page
1
A reflective column discusses Western Australia promoting its industries and resources through advertising, comparing with Nor'West schemes and Canadian agencies. It also critiques federal policy on wheat wool and returns from war, urging local manufacturing and welfare committees to boost independence and employment.
A Perth sale event by Hatch Bros highlights advanced cattle handling facilities and yarding methods at the West Perth trucking yards. The program includes special paddocks, ample hay, and heated emphasis on dairy cattle, store cattle, and horses. The firm reports strong demand from buyers nationwide and notes substantial cattle and farm property sales in the past year.
In Sydney a Wheat Committee hearing tested if money won by betting on horse racing is taxable. Judge Scholgs ruled casual betting winnings are exempt from tax, while winnings from a business of betting would be taxed. The decision hinges on whether the bettor operates as a casual participant or as a betting business.
Fremantle and Albany battled in a high tempo football game with Fremantle winning by eight points at three quarter time and Albany closing to within a goal late. Key players included Angove Kit Potts and Collies for Fremantle while Gallagher Castinelli and Potts provided major scores for Albany.
Albany council met at the council chambers with Mayor Days and councillors Bailey Cuthing Be Dowie Hill Forte. The body considered taking action against property owners over a fence removal and debated a proposed purchase of the electric light undertaking for 7760 pounds with plans for a poll if required.
The Albany Water Board with the same council members considered three applications for water service to properties on Brighton Terrace and Middleton Beach. Alan McDougall’s request for market garden water was approved under existing rate regulations. Accounts totaling £106 19s 0d were approved for payment.
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